A student who is returning to Kaua'i CC who was enrolled or accepted within the past two years, can contact the Admissions & Records Office and request a Rollover Acceptance. or complete the online Rollover Request form:

Rollover Request form

A student who is returning to Kaua'i CC after taking two or more years off must complete the below steps:

Step 1:  Submit the online UH System Application

• If you are a Hawaii resident or an active duty military member or eligible dependent stationed in Hawaii, there is no application fee.
• There is a non-refundable $25 application fee for non-Hawaii residents
• Information about Residency for Tuition Purposes
• Application deadlines (may be subject to change):
  • Fall term: August 1
  • Spring term: December 15

If you need help choosing a program of study, please schedule an appointment with Career Counselor at mshenry@hawaii.edu or 808-245-0132. For more information, visit the Career Center.

Step 2:  Check Your Acceptance Email

An acceptance letter from Kauai CC will be sent to the email address you listed on your application. If you did not receive an acceptance letter, please contact arkauai@hawaii.edu. In your acceptance letter, there is more information about your next steps.

Step 3:  Reactivate your UH Username        

Upon acceptance, you can reactivate your UH Account by visiting:  hawaii.edu/username. Click on “Get a UH Username!” and complete the Check Status Form.  Your UH Username is your personal identification for accessing MyUH online services, including registration, email and your academic records.

Your username followed by “@hawaii.edu” (e.g., student@hawaii.edu) will be your UH email address. It is important to check this email often as it serves as the official means of communication within the UH system.

Step 4:  Create an FSA ID or Complete the Financial Aid Application (FAFSA)

Create or update your Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) and/or complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. For more information on grants, scholarships and student loans visit the Financial Aid website or studentaid.gov

Step 5:  Academic Advising

An academic advisor will help you select classes, register, and explore career options. To schedule an appointment, contact the Student Counseling Office at (808) 245-8212 or schedule online. Please complete the Intake Survey before your appointment.

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A student who wants to enroll in classes for personal enrichment

Step 1:  Submit the online UH System Application

• If you are a Hawaii resident or an active duty military member or eligible dependent stationed in Hawaii, there is no application fee.
• There is a non-refundable $25 application fee for non-Hawaii residents
• Information about Residency for Tuition Purposes
• Application deadlines (may be subject to change):
  • Fall term: August 1
  • Spring term: December 15

If you may be interested in a program of study, please schedule an appointment with Career Counselor at mshenry@hawaii.edu or 808-245-0132. For more information, visit the Career Center.

Step 2:  Check Your Acceptance Email

An acceptance letter from Kauai CC will be sent to the email address you listed on your application. If you did not receive an acceptance letter, please contact arkauai@hawaii.edu. In your acceptance letter, there is more information about your next steps.

Step 3:  Get a UH Username        

Upon acceptance, you can create a UH Account by visiting:  hawaii.edu/username. Click on “Get a UH Username!” and complete the Check Status Form. Your UH Username is your personal identification for accessing MyUH online services, including registration, email and your academic records.

Your username followed by “@hawaii.edu” (e.g., student@hawaii.edu) will be your UH email address. It is important to check this email often as it serves as the official means of communication within the UH system.

Step 4: Placement/Assessment

If you plan to enroll in English or math courses or any course with English or math prerequisites, then call the Counseling Office at (808) 245-8212 to discuss placement options.

Step 5:  Health Clearances

Health requirements need to be cleared in order to register for classes.

• Health Clearance Form (PDF)

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High school student taking college courses

Our Early Admission programs allow high school students to enroll in college classes and earn credits toward high school graduation and a college degree. There are several different Early Admission programs in Hawaiʻi that eligible high school students can participate in. The most common programs are Early College and Running Start.

Step 1:  Meet with your High School Counselor 

Consult with your high school counselor about Early College, Running Start or Early Admission opportunities and eligibility requirements.

Step 2:  Submit the online Kamaʻāina Application

Step 3:  Check Your Acceptance Email

An acceptance letter from Kauai CC will be sent to the email address you listed on your application. If you did not receive an acceptance letter, please contact arkauai@hawaii.edu. In your acceptance letter, there is more information about your next steps.

Step 4:  Get a UH Username

Upon acceptance, you can create a UH Account by visiting:  hawaii.edu/username. Click on “Get a UH Username!” and complete the Check Status Form. Your UH Username is your personal identification for accessing MyUH online services, including registration, email and your academic records.

Your username followed by “@hawaii.edu” (e.g., student@hawaii.edu) will be your UH email address. It is important to check this email often as it serves as the official means of communication within the UH system.

Step 5: Placement/Assessment

Complete the UHCC EdReady Placement/Readiness or call the Counseling Office at (808) 245-8212 to discuss other ways to place into classes. Other ways may include high school grades and grade point average or ACT, SAT and the Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) scores.

Step 6:  Submit the appropriate approval form with signatures to KCC’s Admissions & Records Office.

A new form must be submitted each semester for continued participation in the program.  Form can be dropped off during office hours, or emailed to arkauai@hawaii.edu.

• Dual Credit Application
  • Early College
  • Running Start
• Early Admissions Approval Form
  • Public and private high school students not seeking high school credit
• Early Admissions Approval Form (Home-Schooled Applicants)
  • State of Hawai`i Department of Education Exceptions to Compulsory Education Form 4140 - Must be submitted yearly.
  • Home-schooled students 16 years of age or older

Step 7:  Get Registered

New Running Start and Early Admit students will be contacted by our Transition Specialist to assist them in registration.  Continuing students will be registered and receive email confirmation.  Classes are restricted to those listed on the approval form.   For any questions, please call (808) 245-0127

Early College students are registered for classes by the Admissions & Records Office. Students must contact their high school Early College coordinator for more information regarding class offerings.

Enrolling in College can be a bit daunting. The documents listed below will help with step-by-step instructions.
Best of all, come to our Veterans' Support Center to make use of the experience and knowledge of the Student Veteran staff who will walk you through the complete process! We are here to help you!

Veterans’ Support Center
Phone: 808-245-8391
Email: veterans@hawaii.edu

Veteran Support Counselor- Alicia Sams
Phone: 808-245-8317
Email: samsa@hawaii.edu

Steps to Enroll

Veterans planning to use their education benefits may visit our Veterans Enrolling page for more information

Kauai Community College offers a “Senior Citizen Visitor Program” to bona fide residents of the State of Hawai‘i who are 60 years of age or older. 

• No tuition and fees will be charged for the classes you attend as a senior visitor. You are expected to comply with all College policies while a visitor at the campus
• You will not receive any credit for classes that you attended as a visitor, nor will a record of your enrollment be kept. If you wish to receive credit or have records for a class, you must enroll as a regular student and pay the applicable tuition and fees.

The Senior Visitor Pass is valid for one semester only. If you wish to continue the next semester, you will need to submit another Senior Citizen Visitor Pass application. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions & Records Office at (808)245-8225.

STEP 1: Class Availability

Check to see that the class you are interested in still has seats available.

STEP 2: Submit Senior Citizen Visitor Pass Application

Come to the Admissions & Records Office after the late registration period.  See the academic calendar for specific dates. 

• Must meet course prerequisite(s)
• Must be clear of UH financial obligations.

STEP 3: Health Clearance

Every senior visitor must submit a Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance, MMR immunization record (born 1957 or later), and Tdap.

• Health Clearance Form (PDF)

STEP 4: Instructor Approval

Once the above steps have been completed, Admissions & Records will issue your Senior Visitor Pass.  This pass is valid only for open classes and is subject to the Instructor’s approval.  You must obtain approval for every class you wish to attend as a visitor by presenting the senior visitor pass to the instructor to be signed.

STEP 5: Submit Senior Pass

Return your signed Senior Visitor Pass to the Admissions & Records Office to complete the application process.